National Gas Services
Principal Capacity Strategy & Development Analyst
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Warwick (Hybrid)
Salary From £57,000 Plus Benefits
National Gas is securing Britain’s energy. We transport gas throughout Great Britain, repair and maintain gas pipelines, and manage the meters that allow millions of homes and businesses to access the energy they need. We are the national gas network, providing secure energy to power Britain, achieve net zero, and maintain our industrial competitiveness.
We're looking for a highly analytical and commercially minded Principal Capacity Strategy & Development Analyst to lead the development of capacity strategies that maximise network efficiency, deliver value for customers and support regulatory compliance.
You'll combine data-led insight, strategic thinking and stakeholder influence to manage capacity constraints, unlock opportunities for additional capacity release and optimise performance against key commercial incentives. You'll work closely with operational teams, customers, regulators and industry partners to shape decisions that have a direct impact on network performance and customer outcomes.
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About The Role
You'll be responsible for developing and implementing commercial strategies that help National Gas manage network constraints and maximise opportunities across the National Transmission System (NTS). You'll use data, market insight and industry knowledge to identify emerging risks and opportunities, provide strategic recommendations and influence key business decisions.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Leading the development and delivery of capacity strategies for managing network constraints and additional capacity release.
- Using data and market analysis to identify trends, assess risks and support decision-making that enhances commercial and operational performance.
- Driving performance against the Constraint Management Incentive and identifying opportunities to improve outcomes for customers and the business.
- Working closely with the National Control Centre and operational teams to ensure strategies are effective, practical and fit for purpose.
- Collaborating with Markets and Commercial teams to develop capacity methodologies, support industry modifications and implement regulatory changes.
- Providing strategic recommendations to senior leaders on capacity risks, opportunities and commercial performance.
- Building strong relationships with Ofgem, gas shippers and wider industry stakeholders, representing National Gas and influencing future industry developments.
- Leading, coaching and developing team members while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Acting as a key contributor during emergency or incident situations through participation in the Network Emergency Management Team.
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About You
We're looking for a strategic thinker with strong analytical capability, commercial awareness and the confidence to influence stakeholders at all levels.
You'll Bring
- A proven track record of identifying, analysing and managing complex risks and opportunities.
- Strong data analysis skills, with the ability to interpret information, identify trends and turn insight into action.
- Experience developing and implementing practical solutions across teams, processes or systems.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound recommendations in complex and often ambiguous situations.
- Outstanding communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience presenting complex issues to senior leaders.
- Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to influence across multiple teams and external stakeholders.
- Strategic planning experience and the ability to balance short-term operational priorities with longer-term business objectives.
- Knowledge of the gas industry, including regulatory frameworks, licences and industry codes such as the Uniform Network Code (UNC) (Desirable).
- An understanding of gas transmission network operations or experience working within a similarly regulated environment (Desirable).
What We Can Offer You
- Salary from £57,000 (dependent on experience)
- Annual bonus of 6% based on personal and company performance
- 26 days’ holiday plus 8 statutory holidays – plus option to buy 5 additional days
- Double-match pension scheme - for every £1 you put in, we'll add £2 (max company contribution 12%)
- Opt-In flexible benefit scheme, including salary sacrifice private healthcare, dental insurance, technology plans and more
- Financial protection with 10x salary death in service and financial support if you're unable to work due to long term illness or injury
- Excellent family friendly provisions - maternity/paternity/adoption/surrogacy/ shared parental leave
- Career progression, professional training and development
- Employee assistance programme offering free confidential professional counselling 24/7
- Financial support to cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions, and study support
- Hybrid working – circa 2-3 days per week in the office at Warwick and the remainder from home
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About Us
National Gas is securing Britain’s energy. Gas is an essential part of a secure energy supply in Britain, and will continue to play a vital role for decades to come. More than ever, we need the security that gas brings to keep the lights on, businesses running, and to protect jobs. National Gas provides that security.
We are responsible for transporting gas to power stations, major industries, storage facilities, more than 500,000 businesses, and 23 million homes through nearly 5,000 miles of pipes across Britain.
National Gas is also proud to lead the way in transforming the energy network for a net zero future. Gas provides the energy security to support renewable electricity generation, and we are developing our infrastructure to transport hydrogen and carbon dioxide across the country.
We are committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve. We celebrate the different experiences our colleagues bring to our organisation, and strongly encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.
Further information
Advert close: 9th August
Interviews: 17th – 28th August
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